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12 Day South Island Splendour Tour
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Starting in Wellington and ending in Christchurch, this 12 day tour encompasses all the highlights and wonders of the South Island, with the added bonus of the Cook Strait crossing on the InterIslander Ferry. The stunning three hour journey between Wellington and Picton is one of the most spectacular cruises in the world! A highlight of this tour is a 2 night stay at Mt Cook's stunning Hermitage Resort. With over 35 quality highlights, 13 pre-paid sightseeing inclusions and 19 meals in the base package, this is a great value tour!
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 | 1: ARRIVE WELLINGTON Arrive in Wellington and be transfered to your waterfront hotel. You have the rest of the day to indulge in your choice of activities.... Details » | | |  | 2: WELLINGTON / PICTON / CHRISTCHURCH Cross the beautiful Cook Strait on the InterIslander Ferry from Wellington to Picton. Journey south to Kaikoura and after some seal spotting, continue to the garden city of Christchurch.... Details » | | |  | 3: CHRISTCHURCH / FOX Travel from Christchurch to the west coast today, crossing the alluvial Canterbury Plains as you head to the Southern Alps. Alternatively, take the Tranz Alpine Rail journey (extra cost) to Arthurs Pass and meet up with your coach here before continuing on with the group to Hokitika and then on to the glacier village of Fox.... Details » | | |  | 4: FOX / WANAKA After a leisurely morning and a walk to Lake Matheson, depart Fox and travel south through the Mt Aspiring National Park. Arrive at the pretty town of Wanaka and your lakeside resort.... Details » | | |  | 5: WANAKA / QUEENSTOWN Travel to the alpine village of Queenstown today, a popular destination and an icon of New Zealand famous for it's adventure and adrenalin based activities. Enjoy lunch and Cellar Door at Gibbston Valley Winery.... Details » | | |  | 6: QUEENSTOWN / MILFORD / TE ANAU Travel the famous 'road to Milford' and enjoy a scenic cruise of the spectacular Milford Sound. Enjoy an international buffet lunch and marvel at the waterfalls, wildlife and scenery as you cruise the calm waters. Re-trace your steps back to Te Anau and relax at your hotel.... Details » | | |  | 7: TE ANAU / DUNEDIN Travel east to Dunedin, the 'Edinburgh of New Zealand', known for the Scottish influences. After a Scottish welcome, enjoy a tour of the Speights Heritage Brewery where you will pour your own brew. After your tour, enjoy a delicious Specialty dinner at the Ale House Restaurant.... Details » | | |  | 8: DUNEDIN / MT COOK Today you will get up close and personal with the wildlife on the Otago Peninsula at Natures Wonders. You will also visit Larnach Castle for a guided tour, as you learn about the history, the scandals and the tragedy. Departing Dunedin in the afternoon, you will travel through Oamaru and on to Mt Cook, New Zealand's tallest mountain.... Details » | | |  | 9: AORAKI MT COOK You have an ENTIRE day here at Mt Cook and with so much to see and do, you can choose to fill your day with activities or simply relax and soak up the scenery and ambience.... Details » | | |  | 10: MT COOK / CHRISTCHURCH Farewell the Southern Alps as you journey to Christchurch, stopping at various landmarks such as Lake Tekapo and The Church of the Good Shepherd along the way.... Details » | | |  | 11: CHRISTCHURCH Enjoy an ENTIRE day of leisure in this garden city that offers so much to see and do with something for everyone. Visit the Canterbury Museum, Art Gallery, Cathedral, Christchurch Art Centre and if you're here on a Saturday, don't miss the Saturday Markets at the Art Centre! You can go Hot Air Ballooning, Punting on the Avon River or take a day tour to Akaroa, Kaikoura or Hanmer Springs. All of this is possible and we can assist with all activities and day tours. ... Details » | | |  | 12: CHRISTCHURCH / TOUR END Your tour concludes. If you are departing today you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home.... Details » | | |
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